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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Finish tube and pipe products

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
119048	Finish tube and pipe products
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology			Manufacturing and Assembly
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 3	NQF Level 03	20
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2018-07-01	2023-06-30	SAQA 06120/18
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

Learners who are involved in finishing steel tube and pipe products require the skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard. Qualifying learners can prepare for the process and finish steel tube and pipe. They will understand the importance of tool and equipment preparation and how this is achieved. This will include setting up and operating the finishing equipment, monitoring the finishing process, identifying non-conformances and taking corrective action. The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for the National Certificate in Steel Tube and Pipe Manufacturing (Seamless Hot-Finished, Welded or Cold-Formed) (NQF level 3) and related qualifications.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

It is assumed that the learner is competent in: Communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent The unit standard "Select and load material for input"

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The ranges, as indicated under the specific outcomes, determine the scope and level of this unit standard The learner should be able to work autonomously with minimal supervision and according to worksite and manufacturer specifications, occupational safety, health and environmental legislation. Work is generally, but not exclusively, carried out in a team environment The manufacturing process includes straightening, cutting, end-finishing, hydrotesting, painting and packaging Production quantity goals are met Product complies with customer specifications Availability and utilisation of equipment is maximised Mechanical aids, handling and measuring equipment, tools, tooling and consumables are utilised according to manufacturer specifications Efficient equipment operational parameters are set and monitored Product is timeously finished Accurate finishing data is recorded, process documentation is timeously processed and affected parties liased with Non-conformances are timeously identified and appropriate corrective action is taken Applicable procedures are followed and understood Preventative maintenance is timeously identified and actioned Efficient scrap and waste material segregation is maintained Principles, concepts and issues are discussed. These principles, concepts and issues relate to: Identifying and rectifying defects / non-conformances Effects of defects on the product and the production process Inadequate planning, poor practices in product finishing

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Plan and prepare for process.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Interpret job requirements and determine sequence of activities

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Plan the process against production schedule requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Acquire applicable process documentation

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Check availability of materials, tools and equipment necessary for process

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

Communicate requirements with appropriate personnel

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Process plan includes planning for product and shift changeover situations Materials include dies and mandrels Equipment includes saw blades, clamps, bevelling tips and hydrotest seals Documentation includes worksite procedures, production reports, material schedules and non-conformance records

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Inspect and prepare tools, equipment, consumables and the work area.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Inspect and prepare tools

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Work area is prepared for activity

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Tools include but are not limited to basic hand tools, basic measuring tools, portable welding machines, cutting equipment, grinders, two-way radios, electrical extension cords, roll change rigs and lifting equipment Consumables include strapping, paint, cleaning rags, abrasives and end-caps

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Identify, inspect for wear and damage, install and set up tooling.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Identify and set up tooling

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Replace damaged and/or work tools as required

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Tooling includes but is not limited to guides, guards, slides, safety pins, carriers, roller boxes, saw blades, bevelling tips and hydrotest seals

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Finish tube and pipe product.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Start up, test the operational functioning and stop auxiliary systems and equipment

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Start up, operate and shut down finishing equipment

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Record activities and process results

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Auxiliary equipment includes but is not limited to cooling, hydraulic, pneumatic, filtering, x-ray and width gauges Finishing includes straightening, cutting, end-finishing, hydro testing, painting and packaging Results include settings and adjustments made to ensure repeatability

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Identify non-conformances and take corrective action.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Defects, non-conformances and hazardous conditions are identified

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Corrective action and preventative methods for the non-conformances are applied and taken.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Non-conformances include worn or damaged tooling and process and product non-conformances

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Execute changeover process.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Execute process and product changeover as required by production schedule requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Instruct and discuss forward actions with workgroup members who will take over the running of the process

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7

Work safely with due care for self, fellow workers, equipment, materials and the environment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Select and use appropriate protective clothing and equipment

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Apply health and safety procedures

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA. Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA. Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or by an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA, according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation. Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described in the Unit Standard. Anyone wishing to be assessed against this unit standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

1. Names and functions of: Tools and consumables Mechanical aids, handling and measuring equipment Controls, instruments and equipment Product range Process control measures 2. Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties: Typical product non-conformances Materials to be finished Equipment, machines and tooling Machinery specifications and capacity Preventive maintenance Common causes of equipment failure Common areas of wear and tear on equipment 3. Purpose of: Pre-operational checks Constant quality improvement Product finishing 4. Sensory cues Cues for different defects (visual, noise, smell, vibration) related to finishing of the product 5. Processes, events, causes and effects, implications: Things going wrong, e.g. accidents, power and service failure, wrong or poorly prepared materials, poor planning procedures, change of plan or schedules Impact of early diagnosis of equipment malfunctioning Finishing report Equipment calibration process 6. Procedures and techniques: Pre-operation checks Document processes Material recycling Emergency situations Worksite / standard operating procedures Problem solving Equipment and process shutdown Measurement Communication Team work Procedures for recording and reporting minor and major problems with machinery and equipment 7. Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards: Regulations related to safety, health and environment Regulations appropriate to the product Provisions of applicable acts 8. Theory: rules, principles, laws: Principles of finishing process Appropriate metallurgical principles Applicable problem solving principles Material recycling and segregation Communication and teamwork fundamentals 9. Relationships, systems: Relationship between product finishing, product quality and customer relations

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems Identify material defects and process deviations and take appropriate corrective action Identify and correct conditions or practices which will damage or reduce the life of the machinery and equipment

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others Interact with workgroup members to effect efficient, problem free and timeous product finishing and changeovers Interact with maintenance specialists to troubleshoot and determine most effective ways of repairing problems / optimising manufacturing process Organise work teams

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage myself and my activities Manage resources and my own time Acquire and follow appropriate production schedule Prepare, plan and sequence finishing events

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Monitor process and interpret production schedule by comparing production data with specifications Record, categorise and explain problems, faults and downtimes related to process Collect and record changes to settings for repeatability

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively Communicate with team members to ensure continuous production Request or instruct workgroup members and associated people to co-ordinate and effect process activities

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology effectively and critically Control the finishing process, monitor machine efficiency Explain metallurgical principles as they apply to the finishing process

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems Understand the impact of own actions on total production process Solutions to problems reflect an awareness that process control forms the key to quality, output and cost effectiveness

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	49400	National Certificate: Steel Tube and Pipe Manufacturing (Seamless Hot-Finished OR Welded OR Cold-Formed)	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	MERSETA

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.

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